Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
Clean all evaporative emission (EVAP) connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the lines in order to avoid possible system contamination.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Disconnect the EVAP canister vent solenoid (CVS) line from the EVAP canister.
- Disconnect the fuel tank EVAP line from the canister.
- Disconnect the canister EVAP line from the fuel bundle line.
- Remove the EVAP canister nut.
- Remove the EVAP canister with shield from the bracket.
- If necessary, remove the EVAP canister from the shield, perform the following:
- Lift up the retaining clip on the bottom of the canister.
- Remove the canister from the shield.
- If necessary, disconnect the EVAP lines from the canister.